Program Business Partner (HR)

Kidango • Fremont, CA

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About The Position

Kidango is an early learning nonprofit that provides children and families with nurturing environments and works to advance early childhood education policy. Reporting to the Chief People Officer (CPO), the Program Business Partner (HR) integrates HR strategy, programs, and priorities across the organization. The role coordinates information and activities across HR functional areas and helps translate HR processes into clear, timely policies and operating procedures for leaders and employees.

The position uses project management, process discipline, data analysis, and cross-functional collaboration to advance HR strategic initiatives and objectives and key results (OKRs). It supports documentation of HR processes and helps measure, communicate, and explain the department’s contributions and impact. Duties include managing HR initiatives and workstreams, tracking strategic plans and performance metrics, analyzing workforce data, developing and maintaining standard operating procedures, coordinating HR communications, and supporting annual budget development.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in a related field and at least five years of relevant experience, including three years of project management experience. Compensation is listed as $137,671 USD. Additional requirements include passing a health screening, TB test, and background fingerprint clearance; having a valid driver license; and being at least 18 years old. Some duties may require lifting up to 30 pounds. The employee will use their hands for computer work and answering phone calls. Reasonable accommodations may be made for individuals with disabilities.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in HR Management, Business or Public Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field.
• At least five years of relevant experience, including at least three years of project management experience.
• Demonstrated experience managing cross-functional projects with multiple stakeholders and competing timelines.
• Experience writing and maintaining standard operating procedures, policies, and process documentation.
• Experience compiling, analyzing, and presenting workforce data and HR metrics to leadership audiences.
• Excellent analytical skills, including the ability to interpret complex data and trends and translate findings into recommendations.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to foster effective professional partnerships with staff and stakeholders.
• Strong proficiency with Google Suite and/or Microsoft Office Suite.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision and collaborate effectively as part of a team.
• Must pass a health screening and TB test.
• Must pass background fingerprint clearance.
• Valid driver license required.
• Must be at least 18 years old.
• Ability to lift up to 30 pounds may be needed for some job duties.
• Must use hands for computer work and answering phone calls; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential job functions.

Nice To Haves

• Proficiency with Canva.
• Proficiency with Claude AI.

Responsibilities

• Provide program management support to the Chief People Officer and serve as a trusted liaison.
• Lead HR initiatives from planning through execution and evaluation, ensuring deliverables are completed on time and within scope.
• Coordinate cross-functional workstreams involving Recruitment, Employee Relations, Benefits, Payroll, Compliance, and Professional Learning and Development.
• Facilitate project meetings; maintain centralized project tracking; track action items; identify risks and dependencies; and escalate issues to the CPO as needed.
• Track progress on the People Operations Roadmap, including strategic priorities, initiatives, and deliverables across HR functional areas.
• Manage the HR department’s OKR framework, including goal documentation, progress tracking, and quarterly reporting.
• Monitor key performance indicators and operational metrics to assess performance and identify improvement opportunities.
• Compile and analyze HR and workforce data, identify trends and opportunities, and present actionable insights and recommendations.
• Produce quarterly reports on talent management using HR data from across functional areas.
• Support the design, distribution, and analysis of employee engagement, onboarding, and exit surveys.
• Develop, document, and manage standard operating procedures for HR functional areas, supporting consistency, accuracy, operational excellence, and compliance.
• Develop process maps, workflow diagrams, and job aids to support SOP implementation and staff training.
• Analyze and optimize operational processes to improve efficiency and productivity.
• Coordinate annual SOP reviews and revisions with HR functional areas and ensure SOPs are accessible, clear, and up to date.
• Maintain a communications calendar for HR announcements, deadlines, events, and campaigns.
• Facilitate communication and collaboration across HR teams, including Recruitment, Benefits, Payroll, Employee Relations, Compliance, Professional Learning and Development, and HR Systems.
• Draft reports, presentations, and newsletters, including content development, design coordination, and editing.
• Develop and coordinate HR communications about policies, updates, and program announcements.
• Support annual HR budget development by compiling cost data, vendor proposals, and initiative-level spending projections.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Comprehensive, industry-leading benefits package.
• Opportunities to connect with and learn from colleagues and partners around the world.
• Friendly, supportive, and adventurous work environment with engaged colleagues.
• Opportunity to improve real lives, solve hard problems, and contribute to social change.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level